The diagram below is of the Sun, the Moon, and Earth. why Sun What event is shown in the diagram? solar eclipse B lunar eclipse C full moon D crescent moon

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The diagram illustrates the positions of the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth. In this diagram:

- The Sun is depicted as a large circle with rays emanating from it, symbolizing sunlight.
- The Earth is shown on the right, with a portion of it in shadow, indicating a night side.
- The Moon is positioned between the Sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on a portion of the Earth.

This setup suggests an astronomical event.

**Explanation of the Diagram:**

A small circle (representing the Moon) is located between the Sun and Earth, casting a shadow on Earth's surface. This illustrates a scenario typical of a solar eclipse, where the Moon blocks some of the sunlight from reaching Earth.

**Question:**
What event is shown in the diagram?

- A) solar eclipse
- B) lunar eclipse
- C) full moon
- D) crescent moon

Correct answer: A) solar eclipse

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Transcribed Image Text:The diagram illustrates the positions of the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth. In this diagram: - The Sun is depicted as a large circle with rays emanating from it, symbolizing sunlight. - The Earth is shown on the right, with a portion of it in shadow, indicating a night side. - The Moon is positioned between the Sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on a portion of the Earth. This setup suggests an astronomical event. **Explanation of the Diagram:** A small circle (representing the Moon) is located between the Sun and Earth, casting a shadow on Earth's surface. This illustrates a scenario typical of a solar eclipse, where the Moon blocks some of the sunlight from reaching Earth. **Question:** What event is shown in the diagram? - A) solar eclipse - B) lunar eclipse - C) full moon - D) crescent moon Correct answer: A) solar eclipse ©2021 Illuminate Education™, Inc.
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